The Hive Collective Podcast: Shifting Power in Nonprofits Beth Ellen Holimon

In this episode, Beth Ellen, Maya, and Helene delve into the challenges and dynamics of feminist work, particularly focusing on the transition towards professionalization and the need for fair compensation. The conversation illuminates the dilemma faced by organizations in balancing volunteer-driven efforts with the necessity of paid roles, underscoring the impact of this shift on accessibility and inclusivity within the movement. It explores the historical expectation for board members to wo...

The Feminist Leadership Series of this podcast continues as we feature the remarkable Sana Mustafa, CEO of Asylum Access. This discussion delves into how feminist leadership shapes governance and the conscious effort to share power within organizations. Sana shares her advocacy for leaders to empower their teams by exercising the right to decline demands that clash with their values, stressing that 'No' can be a powerful response to donors and partners. We also uncover how opening up di...

This episode features Jensine Larsen, CEO of World Pulse and Kirthi Jayakumar, founder of Gender Security Project. Jensine Larsen is an unstoppable award-winning digital entrepreneur, international journalist, and speaker Jensine (Yen-See-Nah) Larsen is the founder of World Pulse, an independent, women-led social network connecting tens of thousands of grassroots women from 200+ countries who are logging on, speaking out, and growing their social impact. Internationally recognized security pr...

In this episode of The Hive Collective Podcast, host Beth Ellen Holimon guides listeners through a profound dialogue with two powerhouse feminists, Maya Tamayo and Helene Wolf. Tamayo, co-founder of Bayi, shares her feminist journey and her organizations’ decision-making practices, importance of self-reflection, and navigating partnerships aligning with feminist values. Helene Wolf, co-founder of Fair Share of Women Leaders, reflects on growing up in East Germany, her family's political influ...

Don't miss a riveting edition of The Hive Collective Podcast, featuring the exceptional Abby Maxman, CEO of Oxfam America, renowned for her transformative approach to feminist leadership. In this episode, part of our Feminist Leadership Series, Abby shares invaluable insights garnered from her vast experience at the helm of one of the world's leading nonprofits. Listeners will have the opportunity to learn from Abby's dedication to embedding feminist values within Oxfam's culture, her strateg...

Hello, changemakers and leaders! In the latest episode of The Hive Collective Podcast, we had the honor of speaking with Latanya Mapp Frett, CEO of Global Fund for Women. She inspired us with stories of feminist leadership, revealing how her grassroots values foster innovation and collective action. We discussed the transformative power of boards embracing diversity and the critical need for equity in philanthropy. This episode is a masterclass for anyone looking to learn why a gender lens is...